Have you heard of an athlete who took steroids to win? How did you feel when you were chosen last in a game because you were not as "good" as the others?
All of these events reflect our preoccupation with competition. But i have got a big question mark here: Why should we live in a "dog eat dog" world? Why not play "King of the Mountain" where everyone stands at the top? Or where everyone occupies the last chair in "Musical Chairs"? How about family members deciding together who does which household chores? What about businesses sharing information and resources? Just imagine the global benefits of nations working together and negotiating so everyone wins! Since that, why not we unlearn that kind of learned behavior?
Often competition in work and play results in arguments, hurt feelings, and separation. In work or play, people really want and need to feel safe, be open and honest, and above all feel trusted. Cooperative situations help create that atmosphere, because participants give encouragement and support of one another. As a result, this creates an atmosphere for relaxation and well-being - the foundation for more genuine, healthy, and playful fun.
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